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2012 Los Angeles Auto Show gallery: Concept vehicle debuts

1 of 5The BMW i3 coupe concept, which debuted at the LA Auto Show, strongly suggests that that the German automaker intends to expand its fledgling alternative-power i-brand.

Photo by BMW

2 of 5No production date was given for the Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force concept vehicle. Rather, the futuristic SUV is meant to preview what might come as the German automaker rethinks the iconic G-class.

Photo by Mark Vaughn

3 of 5The Hyundai Veloster C3 Roll Top concept attempts to capitalize on the nationwide fixed-gear bike craze that you may or may not be aware of. The car, which was debuted at the LA Auto Show, features a fabric convertible top and a cargo area meant for transporting a bicycle.

Photo by Hyundai

4 of 5The North American public gets a good look at the Bentley Continental GT3 racing concept at the LA Auto Show. The car, which represents the luxury automaker’s return to motorsport, will hit the track next year.

About the show

The Los Angeles Auto Show has historically been a popular venue for automakers to unveil their newest green concepts. This year was no different: BMW brought its i3 coupe concept, while Mercedes-Benz re-imagined the iconic G-class with the rough Ener-G-Force.

Get a preview of some of the concepts on display in this gallery, and be sure to visit our special Los Angeles Auto Show section for a full breakdown of all the concept and production vehicles on display.

The 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show takes place Nov. 28 through Dec. 9. In keeping with the Southern California lifestyle, the LA auto show is usually a showcase for green cars, hybrid vehicles and electric transportation. But sports cars – especially convertibles – also command the spotlight. Check out Autoweek's complete coverage of the Los Angeles Auto Show here.

Graham Kozak
- Graham Kozak drove a 1951 Packard 200 sedan in high school because he wanted something that would be easy to find in a parking lot. He thinks all the things they're doing with fuel injection and seatbelts these days are pretty nifty too.
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